China Seals Off County of 400,000 to Stem Beijing Cluster

The video discusses China's lockdown measures in response to a COVID-19 resurgence, particularly in Anqing County, and compares it to the situation in Beijing. It also covers Indonesia's struggle with rising COVID-19 cases and the lack of a nationwide lockdown. Additionally, the video examines the pricing of Gilead's drug Remdesivir, its impact on future COVID-19 treatments, and the debate over its cost.

What was the main reason for the lockdown in Anqing County, China?

• A resurgence of cases linked to Beijing

• A nationwide policy

• A natural disaster

• A new strain of the virus

How did Indonesia respond to the surge in COVID-19 cases?

• By increasing testing facilities

• By closing all businesses

• By deploying soldiers and police to enforce social distancing

• By imposing a nationwide lockdown

What is the approximate cost of Remdesivir for U.S. hospitals?

• $3100 per treatment

• $2340 per treatment

• $390 per vial

• $520 per vial

What was the emergency use authorization of Remdesivir based on?

• Its cost-effectiveness

• Its ability to speed up recovery in hospitalized patients

• Its ability to prevent COVID-19

• Its availability in the market

What did consumer rights group Public Citizen suggest about the cost of Remdesivir?

• It should be free for all patients

• It should cost $1.00 a day

• It should be priced higher for government purchases

• It should be available only in the U.S.